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DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE to Open at Tampa Rep's Shimberg Playhouse
Tampa Repertory Theatre will present Ken Ludwig's WWII romance DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE at the Shimberg Playhouse at the Straz Center, inspired by the true story of Ludwig's parents' courtship.
BROADWAY MISCAST, AMERICAN IDIOT & More Lead Tampa's Summer Critic Picks
Tampa Bay doesn’t slow down in July.
Previews: DEAR JACK DEAR LOUISE at TampaRep
Directed by Robin Gordon and featuring Cameron Kubly and Katie Davis, the production tells the true WWII story of two young Jewish Americans who fall in love through letters.
Christina Rose Hall and Aaron Kaburick Join BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Tour
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, will celebrate its one-year anniversary, and welcome new cast members.
Ann Wilson, Rita Rudner, The Wailers and More Set for Ruth Eckerd Hall in 2026
Ruth Eckerd Hall and its affiliated venues have announced a new lineup of concerts and special events, including Ann Wilson, Rita Rudner, The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA, Reggae Sound Splash Fest featuring The Wailers, Third World, Inner Circle, and The Skatalites, plus the return of the annual Chris
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from June 2026
In this June 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from stages across the country and beyond - from the world premiere of Gloria and Emily Estefan's Basura at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre to the riotous new comedy Iceboy!, starring Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, at Chic
Lane Hosmer Appointed Chief Development Officer Of Tampa's Straz Center
Lane Hosmer has been named as chief development officer of Tampa's David A.
Previews: CROSS & THE SABER at LAB Theatre Project
Lab Theater Project premieres The Cross & The Saber tomorrow, launching a tense and thought‑provoking world‑future drama that follows ordinary citizens caught in the tightening grip of rising nationalism, shifting faith structures, and expanding government control.
Full Cast Set For DIRTY DANCING: THE MUSICAL North American Tour
The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical, a new stage production based on the beloved film Dirty Dancing.
Studio@620 Launches Off-Site Art Galleries
The Studio@620 has forged a dual partnership with Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU) to launch off-site art galleries.
Review: MAD Theatre of Tampa's COME FROM AWAY at the Shimberg Playhouse
In a coup for MAD Theatre of Tampa, their company is the first community theatre in Florida to present this incredibly moving and heartfelt musical.
BroadwayWorld Unveils New Redesigned Website & On Demand TV Apps
Today marks a major milestone for BroadwayWorld.
THE CROSS & THE SABER World Premiere to Open at LAB Theater Project
Playwright Wendy Graf's THE CROSS & THE SABER, a darkly comic look at a near-future America, will have its world premiere at LAB Theater Project in Tampa, timed to the nation's 250th anniversary.
HARD LAUNCH WORLD TOUR: Dan and Phil to Perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall
Dan and Phil will bring their Hard Launch World Tour to Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, featuring a live stage show built around comedy, oversharing, and their chart-topping Hard Launch podcast.
STARSHIP Featuring Mickey Thomas & John Waite to Perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall
Ruth Eckerd Hall will present STARSHIP featuring Mickey Thomas and John Waite in Clearwater.
RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC to Return to Ruth Eckerd Hall
Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater will present Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the Mick Fleetwood-endorsed tribute act.
AJ McLean of Backstreet Boys to Perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall
GRAMMY-nominated Backstreet Boys member AJ McLean will perform at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, FL, supporting his new solo album, My Name is Alexander James.
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Jonathan Van Ness: Hot & Healed Comedy Tour 2026 Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Event Center (11/19-11/19) |
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show Spooktacular Tour with Patricia Quinn Straz Center Ferguson Hall (10/22-10/22) |
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Hate Mail The Off-Central (1/14-1/24) |
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The Gods of Comedy Carrollwood Players Theatre (8/14-8/30) |
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Raising Twelve on a Nickel and a Prayer Hillsborough College Theatre (12/16-12/20) |
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Come From Away Eight O'Clock Theatre (9/04-9/13) |
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Nocturne The Off-Central (9/25-9/26) |
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Shrek the Musical American Stage Theatre Company (3/31-5/02) |
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Hamilton (Angelica Company) Straz Center [Carol Morsani Hall] (10/21-11/08) |
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The Wash Powerstories Theatre And The Studio (10/01-10/11) |